Secondary Health Teacher

Secondary Health Teacher
[This position will be for the 2025/2026 School Year]
HOPE Community Academy is an accredited, public co-educational charter school comprised of
primary, intermediate, middle school, and high school levels. The entire school community seeks to
provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and challenged to grow
academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
The mission of HOPE Community Academy is to educate all students to the highest levels of
academic and social standards with a focus on Hmong language and culture.
As a vital part of the total learning community, HOPE Community Academy is called to educate
students in an atmosphere enriched by shared Hmong and American values . . . peace, justice, and
respect for one another. The school recognizes that a child’s healthy development is dependent upon
learning and living out those values.
The Secondary Health Teacher is responsible to plan, organize and implement an appropriate
learning environment that guides and encourages secondary students (grades 6-12) to develop and
fulfill their academic potential in health education based on HOPE’s instructional curriculum. Work is
performed under the supervision of the principal.
Primary Duties
(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Plan, prepare and deliver health education lesson plans and instructional materials that
  facilitate active learning in topics including physical health, mental and emotional wellness,
  nutrition, human development, disease prevention, substance abuse prevention, and personal
  safety
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of health-related learning materials and equipment
• Prepare classroom for health education activities and implement goals, objectives and
  standards of the school and state health education requirements
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate health instruction
• Evaluate student performance through examinations, projects, presentations, and assignments
  to promote student achievement in health literacy. Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members, including school
  nurses and counselors, in assessing and helping students address health, wellness, attitude, and
  learning concerns
• Assess student academic and behavioral needs by establishing and enforcing school rules and
  procedures specific to health education settings
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress
  in health education and interpret the school’s health curriculum
• Clearly communicate assessment criteria to parents and involve parents/guardians in
  meaningful ways to maximize student learning and health awareness
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development in health
  education
• Prepare required reports on students and activities
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning
  atmosphere in the health classroom
• Perform classroom management duties and maintain discipline in accordance with the rules
  and disciplinary systems of the school
• Create a safe, respectful environment for discussing sensitive health topics
  Professional Accountabilities
• Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs, health education
  workshops, curriculum development meetings and other professional activities
• Stay current with adolescent health trends, research, and best practices in health education
• Participate in various school events, staff meetings and extracurricular activities
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator
• Serve as a role model for promoting healthy lifestyles, effective instruction and
  professionalism
• Collaborate with school nurses, counselors, and community health organizations as appropriate
  Qualifications
• B.A/B.S. degree in Health Education, Public Health, or related field from an accredited
  institution
• Minnesota State Licensure in Health Education for grades 5-12 (or appropriate secondary
  teaching licensure)
• Strong knowledge of adolescent health and development
• Understanding of age-appropriate health education pedagogy and sensitive topics
• Strong desire and commitment to working with diverse students and staff
• Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the
  administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic
  backgrounds
• Ability to collaborate with grade level teachers, school health professionals, paraprofessionals,
  and community partners regarding health education
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, particularly regarding sensitive
  health topics
• Knowledge of best practices in health education, instructional strategies, classroom
  management and behavior management
• Ability to plan and implement lesson plans based on school goals, state health education
  standards, and the developmental needs of secondary students
• Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations and learning needs
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate
• Knowledge of classroom management and organization
• Ability to create a safe, inclusive environment for discussing personal health topics

Working Environment

• Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment; school building is a multi-
  level building that has an elevator and is accessible
• Position requires extensive interaction with adolescent students (grades 6-12)
• Duties may occasionally be performed on field trips away from school
• Duties may occasionally be performed in outdoor environments, such as athletic fields or
  playgrounds
• Duties may occasionally be performed in varying weather conditions, such as hot or cold
  weather
• Possible exposure to loud and noisy locations (e.g. loud classrooms or cafeterias; students
  speaking or laughing loudly)

To apply, or for more information, email us at careers@hope-school.org.
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts school’s right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied
or otherwise. It does not alter the “at will” employment relationship between the school and the
employee.
EEO Statement: Hope Community Academy is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive
workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have equal opportunities for advancement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability,